Yamaha YZ450F, Owner'S Service Manual

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FRONT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
3. Install:
• Protector (rear brake)
• Reservoir float (front brake)
• Diaphragm
• Master cylinder cap
NOTE:
If bleeding is difficult, it may be necessary to
let the brake fluid system stabilize for a few
hours. Repeat the bleeding procedure when
the tiny bubbles in the system have disap-
peared.
j. Add brake fluid to the level line on the
reservoir.
WARNING
Check the operation of the brake after
bleeding the brake system.
EC362040
FRONT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
1. Check:
• Brake lever position
a
Brake lever position
a
:
Standard position Extent of adjustment
95 mm (3.74 in)
76 ~ 97 mm
(2.99 ~ 3.82 in)
2. Remove:
• Lever cover
3. Adjust:
• Brake lever position
4. Install:
• Lever cover
Brake lever position adjustment steps:
• Loosen the locknut
1
.
• Turn the adjusting bolt
2
until the lever
position
a
is within specified position.
• Tighten the locknut.
T
R
.
.
Locknut:
5 Nm (0.5 m • kg, 3.6 ft • lb)
CAUTION:
Be sure to tighten the locknut, as it will
cause poor brake performance.